JOB DESCRIPTION

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you're not just hiring on at a company, you're joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you'll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we're passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We're driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Job Summary:

Take charge of a dynamic and ever-evolving fleet operation for a national construction company that is expanding both in revenue and geography. As the Equipment Services Manager, you'll be at the helm of ensuring the strategic acquisition of assets, maximizing equipment utilization, and driving the department's profit and loss (P&L) performance. This role is essential for shaping the company's operations, combining analytical prowess, hands-on leadership, and a deep understanding of industry trends to ensure safety, efficiency, and operational excellence. Your efforts will focus on minimizing downtime, optimizing fleet resources, and ensuring the company's competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultivate and manage strong relationships with leading equipment manufacturers, dealers, and service providers.
2. Ensure all fleet activities comply with federal, state, and DOT safety standards, while also meeting the evolving needs of the company.
3. Oversee financial performance by analyzing trends and benchmarking repair and maintenance costs against the budget.
4. Maximize operational efficiency by optimizing fleet utilization and managing resource allocation. Provide detailed, actionable reports to senior leadership.
5. Spearhead strategies for equipment acquisition, leasing, and disposition to align with the company's growth trajectory.
6. Lead high-stakes negotiations for contracts and service agreements, driving cost savings and operational improvements.
7. Establish comprehensive metrics to track equipment utilization, cost efficiency, and department P&L, delivering insightful reports to executive management.
8. Direct the sourcing of materials, services, and equipment for projects nationwide, ensuring all decisions are aligned with both budget and operational goals.
9. Set ambitious revenue and cost-saving targets for the department, reflecting the company's strategic plans. #LI-RP1

Qualifications:

1. 12+ years of experience in managing large-scale equipment fleets, with demonstrated success in leadership roles overseeing teams and department operations.
2. Extensive knowledge of DOT regulations and best practices in fleet safety and compliance.
3. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or other related field.
4. AEMP Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) or Equipment Management Specialist (EMS) preferred.
5. Advanced analytical and financial management skills, particularly in budget development and cost management.
6. Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, asset management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
7. Willingness to travel and adapt to flexible hours to meet operational demands.

Physical Requirements:

- Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or bend.
- Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- Frequently required to use hands to handle or feel objects.
- Occasionally lift or push up to 50 lbs.
- Capable of sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods.
- Regular use of phone, computer systems, and other electronic tools to communicate with internal teams and vendors.

Safety Level

Non-Safety Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list:
Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Programs
Mental Health Program
Life and Disability Insurance
Employee-Owner Perks
Educational Assistance
Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program